The world’s first dual-temperature refrigerated container with controlled atmosphere function enters test phase

Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd. (ONE) has joined forces with Pan Pacific International Holdings Inc. (PPIH) and NAX Japan to introduce the world’s first trial of a dual-temperature refrigerated container with Controlled Atmosphere (CA) capabilities. This innovation will transport perishable goods and fruits from Japan to PPIH’s overseas branches, including the “Don Quijote” discount chain.

The dual-temperature container is equipped with CA functions to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables, and is designed to transport goods in two different temperature zones. This will lead to more efficient transportation of small quantities of cargo, reducing inventory risks, costs, carbon emissions, and food losses.

The container’s foldable partition allows for adaptation to different temperature zones. The collaboration aims to increase container loading efficiency by transporting smaller quantities of a wider range of perishable goods in a single container, and to maintain the quality and freshness of the goods during shipment. The trial delivery is part of a funding project implemented by the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries in fiscal year 2022. The initiative aims to contribute to more stable exports of Japanese agricultural products and their global marketing.

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